This from Steve Redick:

Took a ride to the 4300 block of Henderson for a fire in a small house described as hoarder conditions. The house was on a dead-end street to a railroad embankment. The truck arrived first I believe so both engines backed into the block to lead out, eventually both using the same hydrant. 91 hooked up to 7’s gate valve. A massive tree prevented any use of a tower or aerial ladder making roof access by ground ladder only. A tough job for all concerned but carried out in short order.

firefighters work at a house fire

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firefighters place ground ladder during fire

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firefighters work at a house fire

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firefighter climbs ground ladder at house fire

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firefighter breaks window with pike pole

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hoarder conditions at house fire

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Chicago FD Engine 7

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Chicago FD Engine 91 decal

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fire hydrant with two lines attached

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fire hydrant with two lines attached

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Chicago FD Engine 91

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firefighters work at a house fire

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firefighters work at a house fire

Steve Redick photo

firefighters work at a house fire

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